# Condé Rosé (2023)

- **Producer:** Condé Azienda Vitivinicola
- **Colour:** rosé
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Sangiovese
- **Region:** Emilia-Romagna, Italy
- **Style:** Natural
- **Alcohol:** 12.5%
- **Average price:** €14
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now
- **Serving temperature:** 8–12 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** peach, watermelon, violet, citrus, apricot

## About this wine

Condé Rosé is a 2023 vintage rosé from Condé Azienda Vitivinicola, located in the Forlì area of Emilia-Romagna, Italy. It is made from 100% Sangiovese grapes. The winery, founded by Francesco Condello, is dedicated to producing authentic Sangiovese and emphasizes vineyard work and environmental respect through organic and biodynamic farming. The estate's vineyards are situated at approximately 200 meters above sea level, with soils derived from a Pliocene ocean bed, characterized by calcareous clay and sandstone.

## Interesting facts

- Made from 100% Sangiovese, a grape often associated with robust red wines.
- Vineyards are situated on ancient Pliocene ocean bed soils.
- The winery practices organic and biodynamic farming.
- Production for the 2023 vintage was around 4,800 bottles.

## Food pairing

The wine's inherent freshness and acidity cut through richer elements like olive oil and moderate fats found in seafood and charcuterie. Its subtle fruit and floral notes complement the freshness of vegetables and herbs, while its mineral backbone provides a grounding contrast.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process for Condé Rosé begins with harvesting grapes and immediately chilling them before a soft pressing. Alcoholic fermentation takes place at low temperatures using indigenous yeasts. Following fermentation, the wine is aged on its lees for 4-5 months. Malolactic fermentation is intentionally avoided to maintain the wine's freshness. The estate employs organic and biodynamic farming practices.